Infidelity Therapists in Fife, WA

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Lindsay Arbanas
Counselor, MSW, LICSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fife, WA 98424
I am passionate about being present with individuals as they experience disappointment, pain, despair, and joy in life and relationships. Sometimes, we need help navigating. I believe together we will discover the power and insight already within you. We undergo a process of examining your inner life, dreams, fantasies, and imagination to discover the inspiration that will allow you to live an authentic life. My approach is individually-focused and relationship-driven. Whatever challenges you are facing; that with a bit of goodwill and openness, much can be uncovered in a relatively short period of time.
I am passionate about being present with individuals as they experience disappointment, pain, despair, and joy in life and relationships. Sometimes, we need help navigating. I believe together we will discover the power and insight already within you. We undergo a process of examining your inner life, dreams, fantasies, and imagination to discover the inspiration that will allow you to live an authentic life. My approach is individually-focused and relationship-driven. Whatever challenges you are facing; that with a bit of goodwill and openness, much can be uncovered in a relatively short period of time.
(253) 271-4570 View (253) 271-4570
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Lisa Rodgers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Fife, WA 98424  (Online Only)
Hurts from past experiences can create emotional and mental roadblocks that can keep us from achieving the quality of life and relationships we long for. If the problems in your life are causing you to feel anxious, stuck or alone there is hope. Therapy can offer the support and tools to help you heal, learn and grow so you can overcome the challenges in your life. I believe that developing healthy self-esteem and secure relationship bonds are key to emotional and mental well-being. I work with teens, couples and adults to build on their strengths and improve their relationship with self and others.
Hurts from past experiences can create emotional and mental roadblocks that can keep us from achieving the quality of life and relationships we long for. If the problems in your life are causing you to feel anxious, stuck or alone there is hope. Therapy can offer the support and tools to help you heal, learn and grow so you can overcome the challenges in your life. I believe that developing healthy self-esteem and secure relationship bonds are key to emotional and mental well-being. I work with teens, couples and adults to build on their strengths and improve their relationship with self and others.
(425) 310-4682 View (425) 310-4682
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Nurturing Couples and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fife, WA 98424
Are you experiencing a lack of connection and or trust within your relationship? Do you feel you struggle to understand your significant other? Do you sometimes feel like you can't be vulnerable or trust your significant other? As we learn to feel safe in a family, we learn to open up and turn to each other. I know that family and loved ones are an important part of our mental and social health. Negative relationships can have an effect on your ability to feel good about yourself. Depression anxiety stress and many other issues are affected by our relationships. Improving your relationship will improve all aspects of your life.
Are you experiencing a lack of connection and or trust within your relationship? Do you feel you struggle to understand your significant other? Do you sometimes feel like you can't be vulnerable or trust your significant other? As we learn to feel safe in a family, we learn to open up and turn to each other. I know that family and loved ones are an important part of our mental and social health. Negative relationships can have an effect on your ability to feel good about yourself. Depression anxiety stress and many other issues are affected by our relationships. Improving your relationship will improve all aspects of your life.
(253) 262-0780 View (253) 262-0780
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Ruth Currah
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Fife, WA 98424
Not accepting new clients
I use an interdisciplinary approach, which means I use different styles of counseling to meet the different needs and personalities of clients. I always allow their feedback so they remain comfortable. I try and meet their perceptual needs, emotional needs, cognitive needs, situational needs, and respect their individual personalities. I have worked with all ages, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds (including the Middle and Far East), and social economic backgrounds.
I use an interdisciplinary approach, which means I use different styles of counseling to meet the different needs and personalities of clients. I always allow their feedback so they remain comfortable. I try and meet their perceptual needs, emotional needs, cognitive needs, situational needs, and respect their individual personalities. I have worked with all ages, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds (including the Middle and Far East), and social economic backgrounds.
(253) 201-2475 View (253) 201-2475

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Elisabeth Esmiol Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Federal Way, WA 98023  (Online Only)
Do you want to improve communication and understanding, work through past hurts such as infidelity, rebuild trust or increase intimacy? I am committed to helping people connect, heal and build mutually respectful, loving relationships. I work from a relational-experiential perspective which gives each person room to voice their desires and needs while learning to engage in new patterns and ways of being together. I enjoy working with people in any stage of relationship and I am committed to working together to help you reach your goals.
Do you want to improve communication and understanding, work through past hurts such as infidelity, rebuild trust or increase intimacy? I am committed to helping people connect, heal and build mutually respectful, loving relationships. I work from a relational-experiential perspective which gives each person room to voice their desires and needs while learning to engage in new patterns and ways of being together. I enjoy working with people in any stage of relationship and I am committed to working together to help you reach your goals.
(253) 655-0633 View (253) 655-0633
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Ryan Hennig
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT , MHP
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98466
Life creates many obstacles and we do our best to provide balance in our lives. Families can be in need of more efficient structure and boundaries. Couples experience hurt and difficulties when attempting to communicate feelings and work through yesterday and today's problems. My specialties include, but are not limited to, working with high conflict couples, infidelity, working through past resentments and managing conflict in a productive manner. I am currently taking classes to become a certified sex therapist. I work with individuals, couples and families to help them strengthen their relationships with others.
Life creates many obstacles and we do our best to provide balance in our lives. Families can be in need of more efficient structure and boundaries. Couples experience hurt and difficulties when attempting to communicate feelings and work through yesterday and today's problems. My specialties include, but are not limited to, working with high conflict couples, infidelity, working through past resentments and managing conflict in a productive manner. I am currently taking classes to become a certified sex therapist. I work with individuals, couples and families to help them strengthen their relationships with others.
(970) 219-6694 View (970) 219-6694
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Sound Foundations Professional Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Puyallup, WA 98371
At Sound Foundations we specialize in COUPLES ISSUES, With over 90% percent of our clients being couples, we put the focus where it counts, on the issues that are important to you. Our education, training and experience is on what matters to you most, Couples Issues. Whether you have lost that loving feeling, are having trouble communicating, resolving conflict, or are struggling to survive an infidelity; we can help.
At Sound Foundations we specialize in COUPLES ISSUES, With over 90% percent of our clients being couples, we put the focus where it counts, on the issues that are important to you. Our education, training and experience is on what matters to you most, Couples Issues. Whether you have lost that loving feeling, are having trouble communicating, resolving conflict, or are struggling to survive an infidelity; we can help.
(253) 236-0298 View (253) 236-0298
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Nik Conroy
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CSAT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98371
I specialize in working with clients struggling with porn, sex, and masturbation addiction, chronic infidelity, and OCD. I also have a passion for assisting individuals as they navigate through challenges and doubts regarding their Christian faith. I am currently a Ph.D. student in Clinical Sexology and Behavioral Addictions at the International Institute of Clinical Sexology (IICS). I am also a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and member of the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP).
I specialize in working with clients struggling with porn, sex, and masturbation addiction, chronic infidelity, and OCD. I also have a passion for assisting individuals as they navigate through challenges and doubts regarding their Christian faith. I am currently a Ph.D. student in Clinical Sexology and Behavioral Addictions at the International Institute of Clinical Sexology (IICS). I am also a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) and member of the International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals (IITAP).
(253) 544-5743 View (253) 544-5743
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Jennifer Tynna Irwin
Counselor, MS, LMHC, NATC, NCC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98466
Has relational stress, narcissistic/antagonistic relationships, infidelity, or sex addiction impacted you? If so, you might feel confused, betrayed, and alone. Do you ask yourself, "How do I keep ending up in these relationships?" Do you strive for validation, acceptance, and approval? Core beliefs are the foundation of our being but when they cause us pain, embarrassment, and shame we can become depressed, anxious, fake, and withdrawn. If you are telling yourself "I'm unlovable", "Something is wrong with me", “I am stupid”, “I am worthless”, or “I am not good enough”, your core beliefs may be contributing to your pain today.
Has relational stress, narcissistic/antagonistic relationships, infidelity, or sex addiction impacted you? If so, you might feel confused, betrayed, and alone. Do you ask yourself, "How do I keep ending up in these relationships?" Do you strive for validation, acceptance, and approval? Core beliefs are the foundation of our being but when they cause us pain, embarrassment, and shame we can become depressed, anxious, fake, and withdrawn. If you are telling yourself "I'm unlovable", "Something is wrong with me", “I am stupid”, “I am worthless”, or “I am not good enough”, your core beliefs may be contributing to your pain today.
(253) 358-8564 View (253) 358-8564
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Joshua Lennox
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98444
Hello. My name is Joshua Lennox, of Northwest Pastoral Counseling. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving South Tacoma, and surrounding areas. I realize that if you are reading this there is most likely something painful, or difficult in your life. Maybe it is: depression, infidelity, anxiety, relationship problems, the loss of someone or something, a struggling child, spiritual issues, infertility, or any of the other many issues we as humans sometimes experience. I'm here to tell you that there is hope. I look forward to meeting with you to assist you with the situations you are currently facing.
Hello. My name is Joshua Lennox, of Northwest Pastoral Counseling. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving South Tacoma, and surrounding areas. I realize that if you are reading this there is most likely something painful, or difficult in your life. Maybe it is: depression, infidelity, anxiety, relationship problems, the loss of someone or something, a struggling child, spiritual issues, infertility, or any of the other many issues we as humans sometimes experience. I'm here to tell you that there is hope. I look forward to meeting with you to assist you with the situations you are currently facing.
(253) 218-4469 View (253) 218-4469
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Satya Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, SUDP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Puyallup, WA 98371
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy is a a collaborative process in which we use your own strengths to help you live the life you desire. Perhaps something is in your way, blocking you from living a life where you feel content and empowered. Therapy can help. I am passionate about working with anyone who wants something in themselves or their lives to change. My experience includes (but is not limited to) working with individuals who have experienced trauma including combat and sexual assault, life transitions including postpartum, infidelity, anxiety, mood dis-regulation, low self worth, suicidal ideation, self harm behavior, codependency and psychosis.
Therapy is a a collaborative process in which we use your own strengths to help you live the life you desire. Perhaps something is in your way, blocking you from living a life where you feel content and empowered. Therapy can help. I am passionate about working with anyone who wants something in themselves or their lives to change. My experience includes (but is not limited to) working with individuals who have experienced trauma including combat and sexual assault, life transitions including postpartum, infidelity, anxiety, mood dis-regulation, low self worth, suicidal ideation, self harm behavior, codependency and psychosis.
(360) 234-2631 View (360) 234-2631
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Stephanie K Self-Bence
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EMMHS, CMHS
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402
Couples: Communication, Intimacy, Infidelity, & Expectations.
I am a solution-focused therapist with 10 years' experience working with Individuals, Couples, Children/Teens & Families. My initial objective is to stabilize whatever situation has led you to seek support. Once in a position of secure functioning, we will identify, understand, and resolve the underlying issues & barriers inhibiting your goals & objectives. I treat clients at all levels; from intensive, in-depth analysis to building parenting, family or relationship skills. My expertise includes all manner of clients, including Service Members and their Families (TBI, PTSD), Individuals, and all Couples. I have experience supporting children with disabilities (ADHD, Autism).
Couples: Communication, Intimacy, Infidelity, & Expectations.
I am a solution-focused therapist with 10 years' experience working with Individuals, Couples, Children/Teens & Families. My initial objective is to stabilize whatever situation has led you to seek support. Once in a position of secure functioning, we will identify, understand, and resolve the underlying issues & barriers inhibiting your goals & objectives. I treat clients at all levels; from intensive, in-depth analysis to building parenting, family or relationship skills. My expertise includes all manner of clients, including Service Members and their Families (TBI, PTSD), Individuals, and all Couples. I have experience supporting children with disabilities (ADHD, Autism).
(206) 693-4925 View (206) 693-4925
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Kirk Henderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MSCE, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402  (Online Only)
I use trauma-focused therapy to help with spiritual abuse, divorce, infidelity, and difficult life transitions.
Are you going through a divorce, or considering separation from your partner or spouse? Struggling to decide the future of your relationship? Experienced trauma, domestic violence, or other abuse at work or home, and need clarity, peace, and solutions moving forward? I can help guide you through this difficult time. Imagine yourself coping with anxiety, depression, stress, and fears, and getting on a healthy path towards hope and healing. Let's work together to get you the help you need. I provide therapy both in-person at my Brentwood office, and online through virtual telehealth sessions.
I use trauma-focused therapy to help with spiritual abuse, divorce, infidelity, and difficult life transitions.
Are you going through a divorce, or considering separation from your partner or spouse? Struggling to decide the future of your relationship? Experienced trauma, domestic violence, or other abuse at work or home, and need clarity, peace, and solutions moving forward? I can help guide you through this difficult time. Imagine yourself coping with anxiety, depression, stress, and fears, and getting on a healthy path towards hope and healing. Let's work together to get you the help you need. I provide therapy both in-person at my Brentwood office, and online through virtual telehealth sessions.
(360) 203-6836 View (360) 203-6836
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Gabriela Raisl
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LMFTA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98403
Some areas of specialization include parenting, rebuilding trust after infidelity, working with men as they explore how culture has impacted their lived experiences.
I am an afro- Latina with Dominican and Puerto Rican heritage. I specialize in working with couples that are needing help creating a new path for connection and emotional safety within their relationship. I explore the meaning making that informs the stories that can dictate how we view our selves, and the world. My work is rooted in social justice and neurodiverse affirming care. Using Narrative and Emotionally Focused therapy, I work towards empowering clients to define success and happiness for themselves.
Some areas of specialization include parenting, rebuilding trust after infidelity, working with men as they explore how culture has impacted their lived experiences.
I am an afro- Latina with Dominican and Puerto Rican heritage. I specialize in working with couples that are needing help creating a new path for connection and emotional safety within their relationship. I explore the meaning making that informs the stories that can dictate how we view our selves, and the world. My work is rooted in social justice and neurodiverse affirming care. Using Narrative and Emotionally Focused therapy, I work towards empowering clients to define success and happiness for themselves.
(253) 553-3206 View (253) 553-3206
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Jaben Houk
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CSAT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Federal Way, WA 98003
As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) I work primarily with men who have cheated, committed infidelity, compulsively use porn/sex and want to heal their relationships and live free. If any of that sounds like you or your partner's situation there is a clear path forward to heal from both the cheating and the betrayal trauma it causes. I would be honored to help you and your partner find your footing and learn to walk that path of recovery. Also am a big believer in groups as a pathway toward growth and healing therefore run a low cost group for all my Sex Addicted clients who are available on Wednesdays at 12pm via Zoom.
As a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) I work primarily with men who have cheated, committed infidelity, compulsively use porn/sex and want to heal their relationships and live free. If any of that sounds like you or your partner's situation there is a clear path forward to heal from both the cheating and the betrayal trauma it causes. I would be honored to help you and your partner find your footing and learn to walk that path of recovery. Also am a big believer in groups as a pathway toward growth and healing therefore run a low cost group for all my Sex Addicted clients who are available on Wednesdays at 12pm via Zoom.
(253) 753-1994 View (253) 753-1994
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Sandra A Milton
Counselor, LICSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98466  (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are experiencing interpersonal difficulties, depression, grief/loss, anxiety, infidelity (either the faithful or the unfaithful partner), or confusion regarding their current or future life situation.
It is my hope that clients gain from counseling specific tools they can apply to their lives to feel better equipped in dealing effectively with their life circumstances. I tailor my counseling to the needs of the client, using various therapeutic techniques to provide clients skills such as communication, emotion management, mindfulness techniques, coping, parenting, etc. I incorporate an educational component, presenting information to enhance knowledge regarding various issues that clients face. I often include homework to make use of the time between sessions. When desired, I approach issues from a Biblical perspective.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples who are experiencing interpersonal difficulties, depression, grief/loss, anxiety, infidelity (either the faithful or the unfaithful partner), or confusion regarding their current or future life situation.
It is my hope that clients gain from counseling specific tools they can apply to their lives to feel better equipped in dealing effectively with their life circumstances. I tailor my counseling to the needs of the client, using various therapeutic techniques to provide clients skills such as communication, emotion management, mindfulness techniques, coping, parenting, etc. I incorporate an educational component, presenting information to enhance knowledge regarding various issues that clients face. I often include homework to make use of the time between sessions. When desired, I approach issues from a Biblical perspective.
(855) 835-6580 View (855) 835-6580
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Angie Osborne
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98406
I have 10 years of experience working with Couples, Families, Infidelity Issues, Step-Families, Terminal Illnesses, and Grief.
We all get stuck & that's simply part of being imperfectly human. There are times in life when we need someone to walk beside us as we navigate new paths into healthier relationships. Relationships with ourselves and others. Intentionally cultivating new patterns of interaction and deconstruction patterns that no longer serve us. I act as a choreographer of conversations, aimed to explore emotional connections & attachment injuries and impasses. As humans, we have a biological need to feel seen to be safe, secure & connected in our relationships. I work collaboratively with clients creating safety, change & a new path forward.
I have 10 years of experience working with Couples, Families, Infidelity Issues, Step-Families, Terminal Illnesses, and Grief.
We all get stuck & that's simply part of being imperfectly human. There are times in life when we need someone to walk beside us as we navigate new paths into healthier relationships. Relationships with ourselves and others. Intentionally cultivating new patterns of interaction and deconstruction patterns that no longer serve us. I act as a choreographer of conversations, aimed to explore emotional connections & attachment injuries and impasses. As humans, we have a biological need to feel seen to be safe, secure & connected in our relationships. I work collaboratively with clients creating safety, change & a new path forward.
(253) 259-2941 View (253) 259-2941
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Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching
Counselor, LMHC, SUDP, CSAT, CPTT, CMAT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98401
We have several men's sex addiction group and three sexual betrayal groups.
Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching is group practice of therapists and coaches who specialize in addiction including alcohol and drug addiction, sex addiction, pornography addiction, love addiction and partner betrayal trauma. All of the therapists and coaches at Fourth Dimension are in long term substance abuse recovery themselves and are experts in the field of addiction. They also have extensive training in couples therapy, infidelity, codependency, family of origin, women's issues, domestic violence, trauma and life transitions. We offer individual, couples and group therapy and coaching for both men and women.
We have several men's sex addiction group and three sexual betrayal groups.
Fourth Dimension Counseling & Coaching is group practice of therapists and coaches who specialize in addiction including alcohol and drug addiction, sex addiction, pornography addiction, love addiction and partner betrayal trauma. All of the therapists and coaches at Fourth Dimension are in long term substance abuse recovery themselves and are experts in the field of addiction. They also have extensive training in couples therapy, infidelity, codependency, family of origin, women's issues, domestic violence, trauma and life transitions. We offer individual, couples and group therapy and coaching for both men and women.
(425) 652-1690 View (425) 652-1690
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Confidential Associates, LLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98405
Topics around sexuality, money, indiscretions, affairs, behavior addictions, internet/computer addictions, alternative lifestyles, work concerns, etc.
The Confidential Associates staff is highly experienced (over 60 years combined experience) and extensively trained. We stay current with the latest research/evidence-based treatments for such patient concerns as: Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Pre-Marriage Counseling, Communication Problems, Chemical Dependency, Anger, Stress, Self-Esteem, LGBT, Work Stress, Bereavement, Trauma, and Child/Adolescent Behavior Problems. To promote positive changes, we utilize a combination of interview, direction, and education to create a sense of trust and respect. This approach has been found to increase efficiency of the counseling process, which saves treatment time and costs.
Topics around sexuality, money, indiscretions, affairs, behavior addictions, internet/computer addictions, alternative lifestyles, work concerns, etc.
The Confidential Associates staff is highly experienced (over 60 years combined experience) and extensively trained. We stay current with the latest research/evidence-based treatments for such patient concerns as: Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Pre-Marriage Counseling, Communication Problems, Chemical Dependency, Anger, Stress, Self-Esteem, LGBT, Work Stress, Bereavement, Trauma, and Child/Adolescent Behavior Problems. To promote positive changes, we utilize a combination of interview, direction, and education to create a sense of trust and respect. This approach has been found to increase efficiency of the counseling process, which saves treatment time and costs.
(253) 242-6789 View (253) 242-6789
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Yolanda Villegas
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
University Place, WA 98466
I have a particular interest in working with couples who have experienced infidelity in their relationship; though painful, there is hope for healing.
My desire is to help you resolve issues that are having a negative effect on your life. These can be issues related to relationships, family, work, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and parenting. As a Latina, I am aware of cultural barriers, and I would like to help you overcome those barriers.
I have a particular interest in working with couples who have experienced infidelity in their relationship; though painful, there is hope for healing.
My desire is to help you resolve issues that are having a negative effect on your life. These can be issues related to relationships, family, work, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and parenting. As a Latina, I am aware of cultural barriers, and I would like to help you overcome those barriers.
(253) 617-7759 View (253) 617-7759

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Infidelity Therapists

How does therapy for infidelity work?

A skilled infidelity therapist will provide a safe space for clients to communicate their feelings and concerns. The goal is to be completely honest about what led to the cheating and how it has affected the entire family to prevent it from recurring in the future. The therapist will help the clients work on rebuilding mutual trust and respect and developing better communication and conflict-resolution skills. If the goal is to remain a couple, clients will learn the “danger signs” for their specific relationship, and they will make a renewed commitment to be faithful.

How long does therapy for infidelity take?

Recovery from infidelity can take time, and it can vary from person to person. Generally, a therapist will want to see the clients at least once a week for around six months. Then the sessions can be arranged as needed, depending on the clients’ individual needs. While therapy may end or shift to an as-needed basis, it can take up to two years or more for some clients to fully recover from infidelity.

How does therapy help the partner who was cheated on?

When a client discovers their partner’s infidelity, their trust in the relationship and in the life they had together may be shattered. They often experience mental health symptoms, such as anxiety, depression, grief, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). They don’t always want to stay in the relationship; they may feel ambivalent or may even want to leave. Therapy gives these clients a safe and healthy way to communicate all of their complicated emotions and concerns.

How does therapy help the partner who committed infidelity?

Infidelity often occurs when one or both partners’ emotional needs are not being met in the relationship. Therapy can help this client understand why they cheated and figure out how to address those unmet needs without resorting to infidelity in the future. This can lessen (but not entirely eliminate) the risk of repeated infidelity. Clients who cheat may also feel intense guilt about deceiving their partners, a sentiment that they can work through in therapy.